Archive for year: 2025

Mosaic Miami is proud to highlight the impactful leadership of our Executive Director, Matthew Anderson, in our ongoing efforts to bridge divides within the community. With a rich background spanning both the private sector and non-profit organizations, Matthew has been instrumental in designing, funding, and implementing programs that uphold Miami as a beacon of opportunity for all.​

Before stepping into his current role, Matthew served as the chair of Mosaic Miami’s board. His dedication to community service is further exemplified by his involvement with esteemed organizations such as United Way, the Ayiti Community Trust, Seraphic Fire, the Foundation for New Education Initiatives, and the Miami Jewish Health Foundation.

Matthew’s commitment and contributions have been recognized through various accolades, including Florida International University’s Center for Leadership’s 2017 Emerging Leader Award, The Education Fund Public School Achievement Award, and the Haitian Chamber of Commerce Top 20 Under 40. His leadership roles extend to co-chairing United Way Young Leaders and founding the Beacon Council’s New Leader’s Taskforce.​

Under Matthew’s guidance, Mosaic Miami continues to champion initiatives that promote inclusivity and reduce divisiveness, reinforcing our dedication to a united and thriving Miami community.

To read the full article, please visit the article written by Abraham Galvan for Miami Today News. 

Mosaic Miami and Temple Beth Am’s unBIASed initiative and Youth Engagement Religious School (YERS),  recently held Break the Bias: Elevating Voices, a program featuring the voices of high school students from across Miami representing different faiths and identities.

Following a panel discussion between past Mosaic Miami Metrotown Delegates, high school students from public and private schools across South Florida took part in small group dialogues in which they explored and reflected on antisemitism, islamophobia, racism, and other forms of bias and how we can collectively create an inclusive community that dignifies all identities.

Mosaic Miami is outraged by the recent shooting in Miami Beach, where police say a local man fired 17 shots into a car carrying two Israeli tourists he believed were Palestinian, injuring both. These acts of violence, spurred by hateful misconceptions and prejudice, underscore the urgent need to reject bigotry in all its forms. No one should live in fear because of their real or perceived heritage, religion, or identity. We call on our community to come together, de-escalate tensions, and foster respect and understanding. Hate cannot be allowed to take root here—or anywhere—and we remain committed to advocating for the safety and dignity of all.

Mosaic Miami’s Operations and Community Outreach Director, Moni Gonzalez, recently took the stage at the Women of Tomorrow She Means Business Summit at Miami Dade College Kendall Campus, inspiring the next generation of female leaders. Speaking alongside a panel of accomplished professionals, Moni shared insights from her 23-year career in the nonprofit sector and her journey as an entrepreneur with Moni’s Sweets. She highlighted the importance of balancing business, philanthropy, and community leadership—values that drive Mosaic Miami’s mission to foster dialogue and cultural understanding. With 150 high school students in attendance, this impactful event encouraged young women to embrace their ambitions, overcome challenges, and pursue their goals with confidence. We are proud to support initiatives that empower future leaders and strengthen our diverse community!

For more information about the event, please see Moni’s LinkedIn.